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The STIHL MS 170 is an ideal choice for homeowners looking for an affordable, lightweight chainsaw. The chainsaw starts quickly, cuts smoothly and efficiently, and with its compact size and just the right amount of power is perfect for trimming small trees, cutting fallen limbs after a storm, and handling other tasks around the yard.
Despite its affordable price, the MS 170 boasts many of the same design features that professionals rely on.
Its lightweight plastic and aluminum housing keep the weight under 11 pounds, which improves its maneuverability and lowers the risk of kickback.
Depending on the job at hand, you can swap out the 16-inch bar with others as small as 12 inches, using the appropriate tools. Since this is from homeowner series, it is not suitable for heavy duty work.
Chainsaw Details
Brand, model and your rating.
| Manufacturer | Stihl |
| Model | MS 170 |
| Class | Homeowner |
| Your Rating | |
| Warranty homeowner | 730 days |
| Warranty commercial | 90 days |
Engine Specs
Power, displacement and type of fuel of the Stihl MS 170 chainsaw.
| Fuel type | Gas |
| Fuel oil ratio | 50:1 |
| Weight | ~3.9 kg ~8.6 lbs |
| Engine | STIHL 2-MIX |
| Power | 1.7 hp 1.27 kW |
| Displacement | 30.1 cm³ 1.84 in³ |
| Torque | - Nm |
| Idle speed | 2800 RPM |
| Max speed | 8500 RPM |
| Spark plug | NGK BPMR7A |
| Spark plug gap | 0.558 mm 0.022 in |
Chain and Bar Specs
Detailed chain and bar specifications...
| Bar length | 40 cm 16 in |
| Min bar length | 30 cm 12 in |
| Max bar length | 40 cm 16 in |
| Chain | 3/8" PMM3 |
| Pitch | 3/8 P |
| Gauge | 1.1 mm 0.04 in |
| Sprocket | Spur 6 teeth |
Other Specifications
Fuel consumption, noise and liquid capacities.
| Fuel consumption | 0.604 l/hr 0.16 gal/hr |
| Fuel capacity | 0.25 l 8.45 fl oz |
| Oil tank capacity | 0.145 l 4.9 fl oz |
| Noise (ear level) | 100 dB(A) |
| Vibration front | 5.2 m/s² |
| Vibration rear | 5.5 m/s² |
Manufacturer support
Satisfaction is (not)guaranteed.
| Manufacturer URL | https://www.stihl.com/ |
| User manual | Download - External link |
Video Review / Different Opinion
Adittional look and feel of the chainsaw.